Job Title: COMMUNITY OUTREACH & EVENTS SPECIALIST

Job location: Chicago, USA – Hybrid

Position: Full-time or Part-time

Reports to: Community Engagement & Partnerships Director

Number of required positions: 2

ABOUT MEDGLOBAL

MedGlobal is a global humanitarian non-profit organization providing medical and health education services to people in need, including refugees and displaced persons, in disaster and underserved regions. The organization is composed of medical and public health professionals of diverse backgrounds.

JOB SUMMARY

The Community Outreach & Events Specialist is responsible for planning and executing MedGlobal events and outreach initiatives. This role supports fundraising, strengthens community partnerships, and promotes organizational visibility.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Community Outreach:

• Organize and participate in community outreach activities to engage and educate the public about MedGlobal work.
• Represent MedGlobal at community meetings, events, and networking opportunities to raise awareness about our mission and programs.
• Identify and engage potential donors, sponsors, and partners within the community to support MedGlobal.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local community organizations, businesses, educational institutions, and other potential partners. 

• Plan for and manage fundraising galas, community events, and donor engagements from concept to execution.
• Collaborate with the development team on fundraising efforts and sponsorship packages.
• Support marketing and communication for events, including social media, email campaigns, and attendee engagement.
• Create detailed event plans, agendas, programs, timelines, and budgets, ensuring all logistical aspects are covered.
• Maintain accurate records and generate reports on event outcomes and financial performance.
• Recruit, train, and manage volunteers to support various aspects of event planning and execution.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• A bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Communications, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in outreach, fundraising, or community engagement, preferably in a nonprofit setting with 1 year at least in team management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse groups of people.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with donor management software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for MedGlobal mission and a commitment to humanitarian principles.
• Knowledge and experience working on faith-based giving initiatives, especially Muslim giving.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• This position is based in Chicago, IL, with occasional evening and weekend work required. 
• Occasional travel may be required to attend events and meetings within the local community or in other states.

CODE OF CONDUCT

MedGlobal Code of Conduct reflects the profession’s core set of beliefs and values of care, respect, trust, and integrity. These beliefs and values are fundamental to MedGlobal employees, volunteers, interns, consultants, and contractors to guide their practice and conduct. The Code is organized into categories, as follows:

1. Always act with fairness, honesty, integrity, and openness; respect the opinions of others and treat all with equality and dignity without regard to gender, race, color, creed, ancestry, place of origin, political beliefs, religion, marital status, disability, age, or sexual orientation.
2. Provide a positive and valued experience for those receiving service within and outside MedGlobal.

CHILD PROTECTION POLICY

Child abuse in all forms is unacceptable to MedGlobal, which recognizes its responsibility to protect children from harm in all areas of its work. MedGlobal is committed to ensuring a child-safe environment and is applying a zero-tolerance approach towards any kind of child abuse and exploitation.

DISCRIMINATION, ABUSE AND HARASSMENT POLICY

MedGlobal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and expressly prohibits and will not tolerate any form of discrimination, abuse, harassment (sexual or otherwise), based upon race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, citizenship status, disability, or military status. MedGlobal employees and related personnel must under no circumstances take part in any form of discrimination, harassment, or abuse (physical, sexual or verbal), intimidation or exploitation, or in any other way infringe the rights of others inside or outside the organization.

We encourage you to apply and be part of this impactful opportunity!

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and applicants are encouraged to apply early for greater chance to be considered. The advertisement will be closed once a suitable candidate is selected.